Next week, we celebrate Staff Appreciation Week, a special time to honor and thank the incredible educators at West Springfield. Please join me in celebrating the amazing staff who make our school community so special.
As we take time to show our appreciation, I encourage everyone to remember and recognize all of the dedicated staff who support our students. This includes not only classroom teachers, but also our specialists, special education teachers, instructional assistants, resource staff, etc. Each of these individuals plays a vital role in creating a supportive, engaging, and inclusive learning environment.
I encourage you to take a moment next week to express your gratitude—whether through a kind note, a thoughtful gesture, or a simple “thank you.” These small acts of appreciation can mean the world to our staff, who give so much of themselves to their students.
News and Notes
Field Day is Friday, May 30th!
We are looking forward to an outdoor day of fun! If you are able to help make the day a success please sign up below.
9:20 - 11:40 Third - Sixth Grade
12:40 - 2:30 Kindergarten - Second Grade
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4EACA62DA6FBC70-55726790-2025#/
Spring and Class Photos
Victor O’Neill Studios has your child’s spring photos and class photos ready to order. They are offering free shipping for orders placed by May 7! Access photos by using your student ID as the online code. https://www.vosphoto.com/underclass
If you have any questions please contact them at underclass@vosphoto.com
6th Grade Panoramic Photo
Victor O’Neill will be here on May 6 at 9am to take a panoramic photo of the 6th grade class. If you would like to order photo please go to
https://vando.imagequix.com/g1001223152#login
All orders placed before photo day will be shipped home with no shipping charge.
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3-Hour Early Release Reminder
Our last Early Release for this school year is Monday, May 12.
If your childcare needs have changed, please update our google form NO LATER than Wednesday, May 7.
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West Springfield Pyramid Art Show
The second viewing of student’s art will be at the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton on Saturday, May 10th, from 6-8pm. This will be in combination with the 2nd Saturday Art Walk, an event where visitors can view all exhibitions and speak with many artists around the campus. More information here: https://www.workhousearts.org/ If you can’t make the reception, but would like to visit another time, the show will be on display through May 18th during their visiting hours. Students that have their artwork on display have received a paper invitation with their name on it.
✅ Share Feedback With County Health Department on School Health Services
The Fairfax County Health Department and Fairfax County Public Schools School Health Services invite parents/caregivers of FCPS students to participate in a survey on satisfaction with school health room services. The survey takes about five minutes to complete and will be open until Monday, May 5.
Nominations Open for the Bussey Memorial Equity Award
Nominations are now open for the 2025 Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award. The Minority Student Achievement Oversight Committee (MSAOC) sponsors this award to honor the legacy of Dr. Bussey, a founding member of the MSAOC and a longtime advocate for students and families.
This award recognizes an employee, student, or community member who has demonstrated significant and impactful efforts to improve the educational experiences and outcomes of students from groups who are marginalized or underserved.
Any staff, student, or community member can nominate an individual for the award. All nomination materials must be submitted by Monday, May 19. Visit the Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award webpage to access the nomination information form.
Increasing Access to Middle School Algebra 1
FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan Goal 3: Academic Growth and Excellence places a focus on successful completion of Algebra 1 by eighth grade. To increase access to Algebra 1 for middle school students, the school division has decided to streamline the criteria for taking Algebra 1 Honors in seventh grade.
With the simplified criteria, Iowa Algebra Aptitude Test (IAAT) scores are no longer a prerequisite when selecting either Mathematics 7 Honors or Algebra 1 Honors. Although it is not a requirement for advanced math, families may still use the test scores to help decide which level of mathematics their child signs up for.
Families of students who took the IAAT this winter will receive their score report by the end of this month. Students who were scheduled for the IAAT but did not get to complete the test will have the chance to opt-in for a makeup test at the end of the year. Parents/caregivers will receive information about this makeup testing opportunity.
Additional information and copies of upcoming family communication can be found on the IAAT webpage.
Last Day of School Dismissal
We will dismiss 2 hours early at 1:30 on the last day of school, Wednesday, June 11, 2025.
We are looking to hire Classroom Monitors and Substitutes for the 2025-26 School year! If you are interested in any of these positions, please reach out if you have any questions or if you want more information. Here is a link to FCPS’ application portal.
Classroom Monitors: Monitors can work up to 5-days a week supervising students with teacher direction. The pay is $17.88/hour. Please apply here and email Dr. Sheers at klsheers@fcps.edu for an interview.
☀️ Save the Date for the FCPS Summer Extravaganza
Discover summer learning and activities available in Fairfax County! Attend the FCPS Summer Extravaganza at Woodson High School on Saturday, May 10, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and get a jump on summer learning. At this free event, participants can engage in educational and enrichment activities designed to inspire curiosity and growth.
Activities will include student performances, story time, a moon bounce, and face painting. For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage.
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